This was the first visit to Front Street in quite awhile. We were seated promptly in the upstairs area and at no time did we smell any smoke. The draft list required a trip downstairs to view the offerings and the board seemed pretty well rounded.

The beers were ok, nothing to go crazy over, but a nice pint if you drift in. The service was good and attentive. The food could use a kick in the pants. Our appetizer was good as were our entrees, but they could have been so much more. The grouper was just a skinch overcooked but the rice and asparagus which came with it, were perfect. The buffalo shrimp appetizer was good, but just seemed to be heavy on the heat.

I'll certainly drift back to Front Street when in Wilmington, but probably not for $17 entrees that don't make it past good.

reviewed on: 2007-10-18 19:20:27

Parking can be a problem. It’s downtown so you’ll need to find a spot and feed the meter.

As you enter, the beer brewing apparatus is prominently displayed on the left. They had quite a few (8 or 9) of their own beers on tap. I had the Scottish Ale (good) Belgian Wit (marginal) and the Oatmeal Stout (good.)

I was impressed by the menu. My wife had a Cuban sandwich, which was OK. I had a crab cake sandwich and cole slaw… both very good. We also had a cream of wild mushroom soup, which was excellent.

Prices were pretty normal. The coupon I happened upon made the meal a better deal. It’s in a nice area for a walk afterward.

They are still working out a few kinks from re-opening. The waiter forgot the soup so he apologized and gave a bowl at the price of a cup. They are still working on some items, like samplers and growlers.

All in all, it’s a good place. I will definitely go back.

reviewed on: 2007-05-28 11:54:41